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Workshop for Empowering Basic Trade Union Leaders for a Just Transition!

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), supported by Solidaridad, hosted a workshop titled “Technology Transition in the Apparel Sector of Bangladesh and Necessity of Just Transition” on August 2, 2024. This important event brought together root level trade union leaders from Ashulia, Savar and Hemayetpur. The workshop aimed to raise awareness among participants about the impacts of […]

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Staff Capacity Building Training on “Bangladesh Labour Laws and Rules”

A staff capacity building training on ‘Bangladesh Labour Laws and Rules’ was arranged by the  Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) on June 28-29, 2024, at the conference hall of BLF. Staff capacity is one of the top priority areas for the Bangladesh Labour Foundation, and we are constantly striving to enhance the skills and capabilities of our

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Staff Capacity Building Training on “Technological Transition in the Apparel Sector of Bangladesh and the Necessity of Just Transition for the Workers.”

The apparel sector in Bangladesh is considered the backbone of our economy. It has significantly boosted foreign currency earnings and created job opportunities, especially for women. However, recent rapid technological transitions in this sector are causing job losses due to skill gaps among workers. Additionally, climate change is worsening the situation, leading to increased migration and

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Observed the World Day Against Child Labour 2024

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) conducted a 12-day-long awareness campaign to observe World Day Against Child Labour 2024. We arranged various programs featuring stakeholder meetings, rallies, sports and cultural events, miking and poster campaigns, prize-giving ceremonies, and leaflet distribution in different areas of Keraniganj. Moreover, we conducted a social media campaign as part of our efforts.

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Dialogue on Technology Transition: Necessity of Just Transition for the workers

Textile sector of Bangladesh is facing drastic technological transition for the last few years. Modern automated machines are taking places of physical labour. The workers of this sector do not have enough skills or alternative job to face these technological transition. On the other hand golobal warming is also posing a threat to the textile sector

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Observed World Environment Day 2024

Bangladesh labour Foundation (BLF) observed world Environment Day 2024 with the theme of land restoration, desertification and drought resilience, the Earth focuses on ways to restore damaged landscapes, like forests, wetlands and deserts. We observed the day with human chain, rally and discussion program at the National Press Club in the Capital Dhaka. Hundreds of

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Preventing Gender-Based Violence in the RMG industries of Bangladesh

Preventing Gender-Based Violence in the RMG industries of Bangladesh – Promoting Anti-Harassment Committee Gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) in the workplace are major issues that affect the work environment and employee well-being. Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) in association with Fair Wear Foundation & GIZ has been implementing the project “Preventing Gender-Based Violence in the RMG industries

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National Plan of Action

The working committee of National Plan of Action to ensure Social Compliance in the Tannery Industrial Estate, Dhaka

The working committee of National Plan of Action to ensure Social Compliance in the Tannery Industrial Estate, DhakaWorking committee member of the national plan of action visited different tannery factories in the industrial estate of Savar to see the progress of social compliance of the factories. This visit aimed at assessing various aspects of social

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Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Bangladesh's RMG Sector

Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Bangladesh’s RMG Sector

ETI Bangladesh in collaboration with Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) organized two consultation Workshops with Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) officials. The consultations focused on driving environmental sustainability and a just transition in Bangladesh’s RMG industry. The workshops were held with the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) to share research findings

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Consultation Workshop

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) and ETI Bangladesh organized a consultation workshop with the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) in Dhaka

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) and ETI Bangladesh organized a consultation workshop with the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) in Dhaka. We engaged in a fruitful discussion with government representatives from DIFE on climate change, green energy, and the just transition within the RMG sector.  Related posts

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